Gizmos: Jungle Adventures > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

30 of 34 found this review helpful

There Is So Much To Like About This Game!

PostedDecember 2, 2020

HeavenBound7729

fromOcala, Florida

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I remember seeing Gizmos before I became brave enough to enter the world of nonograms, With today's release I looked up the old ones and they each had 5 stars all over the place. So I tried the demo and can totally agree with the ratings. I played to the end which clinched the purchase for me.

I especially love that the numbers bordering the grid disappear when the cells have all been filled. ...Show more

I remember seeing Gizmos before I became brave enough to enter the world of nonograms, With today's release I looked up the old ones and they each had 5 stars all over the place. So I tried the demo and can totally agree with the ratings. I played to the end which clinched the purchase for me.

I especially love that the numbers bordering the grid disappear when the cells have all been filled. In my other mosaics I can guess the image as it slowly emerges. With just the green boxes and no pic, it adds some mystery and extra fun. The helpful tips along the way are dandy and can be disabled if desired. The tutorial is very easy to understand. The voice-over may become annoying in time, but I like the bits of humor and praise that are included. There are trophies to earn...I love trophies!

The energy vials are something new to me and I liked the way they worked, just basic easy help when you need it. The mistakes gauge was also unique, to me. There is a time goal but there are no penalties for going over and your completion time is displayed. By the way, the Save Feature is a super blessing for me, as I am very slo-o-ow with nonograms!!

The jungle theme got my attention, though I didn't see any full scenes as I finished 7 puzzles in the demo. So don't know what to expect on that subject. The graphics were beautifully sharp and brightly colored.

The game ran with no tech issues and responded quickly. I don't like that the grid is surrounded by lots of black space, The options show wide screen/full screen, but was unable to utilize. Still, that annoyance isn't a huge negative. It really is a beautiful and challenging nonogram game and may kick my current favorite right off its pedestal. It is super fun, relaxing and challenging, all wrapped up in one little bundle.

My only concern was with the much larger grids. Since my nonogram skills are not expert (working on it), I'm thinking that 30x30 may be too difficult for me. Also, the boxes will surely become smaller as grid size increases, straining my aging vision. But had to get over it and just buy it!

I think Gizmos: Jungle Adventures is a quality mosaics game, based on the demo. Hope to find some mini-games or puzzles in the full game, like I saw in the previous Gizmos that I found. There are mosaics that are less intimidating if you are just starting out but, in my opinion, this one is well worth the $$ if you're ready to take that big leap. Show less

I recommend this game!

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I consider this my first christmas present :-)

PostedDecember 2, 2020

margot01

fromDeventer, the Netherlands

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

YES, YES, YES! Finally a real nonogram game, where you actually have to think to solve the grids! In one of the first levels I already had to use my logic and deductive skills to solve it.
This game is probably not for the pinquin lovers, it is a game for thinkers and puzzlers. It is mono coloured, which adds to the puzzle value.
I played and replayed the previous Gizmos games, time and time ...Show more

YES, YES, YES! Finally a real nonogram game, where you actually have to think to solve the grids! In one of the first levels I already had to use my logic and deductive skills to solve it.
This game is probably not for the pinquin lovers, it is a game for thinkers and puzzlers. It is mono coloured, which adds to the puzzle value.
I played and replayed the previous Gizmos games, time and time again, so for me this is a definite buy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Gizmo glory

PostedDecember 2, 2020

forneymary

fromtoledo, oregon

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

my insides did an actual leap for joy and i swear i heard the heavens sing when i saw a new Gizmo on the offerings today. it wasnt an instant buy because i have to always check to make sure somethings going to open when its downloaded but it was my fondest desire that all would play well. i have played and replayed all the ones i have because i so love those 30 by 30 puzzles. yes, its a little ...Show more

my insides did an actual leap for joy and i swear i heard the heavens sing when i saw a new Gizmo on the offerings today. it wasnt an instant buy because i have to always check to make sure somethings going to open when its downloaded but it was my fondest desire that all would play well. i have played and replayed all the ones i have because i so love those 30 by 30 puzzles. yes, its a little smaller but i started wearing reading glasses at the computer a long time ago so its not an issue. oh happy day; the boys are back. i absolutely posatively and empatically recommend. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Best nonogram series out there!

PostedDecember 3, 2020

riefer

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I own all of the Gizmos games and I've also tried many of the other nonogram or "mosaic" games on Big Fish. This one's the best. The others only have simple puzzles, but this one keeps going up in difficulty to some decent-sized puzzles.

This release is similar to the other Gizmos games, but without the story or the jigsaws. The stories weren't great anyway, but they weren't the point of the ...Show more

I own all of the Gizmos games and I've also tried many of the other nonogram or "mosaic" games on Big Fish. This one's the best. The others only have simple puzzles, but this one keeps going up in difficulty to some decent-sized puzzles.

This release is similar to the other Gizmos games, but without the story or the jigsaws. The stories weren't great anyway, but they weren't the point of the game, so I'm fine with them being gone. I do miss the more themed games, in this one the solved images are a bit bland so far. But, if it gets me more puzzles, I don't really care. It's the solving that's the interesting part, so if the final object is just a hammer, it doesn't really matter.

So in the end I'd say this one may have cut a few bells and whistles, but the core is the same. If cutting that stuff helps them get more games out, then fine by me. :) Great game, worth buying, as is the entire series. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Sooo great!!

PostedDecember 4, 2020

wray_fish25

fromEast of the Sun & West of the Moon

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle

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Mystery Case Files: Crossfade Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Honestly I was beginning to lose hope for another Gizmo game, so I am thrilled to insta-buy and start playing.
Gizmo's is the only nonogram series I have found with true logic -based puzzles and that actually reaches a high level of challenge without sacrificing that logic.

A true gift for all nonogram fans.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Yikes! How did I miss this?

PostedDecember 16, 2020

Kafinkee

fromOntario, Canada

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I check to see what the new game is every day yet somehow I didn't recognize this as one from my most favourite nanogram series. Got my Gizmos mixed up? I dunno but I'm glad I finally noticed it last night and played the demo. Yup, just as much fun as I remember...

This is your game, I swear, if you're a serious nanogram puzzle fan. It's not about the colours (there's only one) and the ...Show more

I check to see what the new game is every day yet somehow I didn't recognize this as one from my most favourite nanogram series. Got my Gizmos mixed up? I dunno but I'm glad I finally noticed it last night and played the demo. Yup, just as much fun as I remember...

This is your game, I swear, if you're a serious nanogram puzzle fan. It's not about the colours (there's only one) and the resulting pretty picture -- it's about the puzzle solving itself. There's more challenge involved than the usual computer nanogram game offers but the puzzles are solvable, not frustrating.

I'm not a fan of timed games - which this one is - but at least you get to finish the puzzle, are not forced to start over if you exceed the "expert" amount of time (but you do lose one star if that's something important to you). For me, it's an unreasonably short amount of time to finish the puzzles in but I enjoy solving them so much, the lost star doesn't matter. I'm still happily entertained. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Happy Happy, Happy

PostedDecember 3, 2020

funsize2

fromSt. Peter, Wisconsin

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Puzzle, Time Management, Word

Current Favorite:

Gizmos: Jungle Adventures

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I am so happy to see a Gizmo game again. It's been so long. I hope this version has some challenge to it like the others in the series. Gizmo games have always been the best. Not so easy that you can get a puzzle done in under 2 minutes on the upper levels. I have done a lot of nonogram puzzles and this series is the best. I don't really care about the storyline, that's not why I play these games. ...Show more

I am so happy to see a Gizmo game again. It's been so long. I hope this version has some challenge to it like the others in the series. Gizmo games have always been the best. Not so easy that you can get a puzzle done in under 2 minutes on the upper levels. I have done a lot of nonogram puzzles and this series is the best. I don't really care about the storyline, that's not why I play these games. I sure hope you will continue this series. Show less

I recommend this game!

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This brought a little tear to my eye. :)

PostedDecember 3, 2020

LanaPook

fromZephyrhills, Florida

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

When I saw a new Gizmos game appear I could not believe my eyes. I had almost given up hope of ever seeing another in the series. This is so much more fun than the simpler versions of the nonogram puzzle games. Gizmos is hands down my favorite nonogram game. There are lots of levels and hours of enjoyment to be had. They might add more colors for those who like the other popular games of this ...Show more

When I saw a new Gizmos game appear I could not believe my eyes. I had almost given up hope of ever seeing another in the series. This is so much more fun than the simpler versions of the nonogram puzzle games. Gizmos is hands down my favorite nonogram game. There are lots of levels and hours of enjoyment to be had. They might add more colors for those who like the other popular games of this genre. Thank you. I hope to see more gizmos interstellar adventures. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Best Nonogram Yet!

PostedMarch 12, 2021

momofkudzu

fromBoca Raton, FL

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

This was by far my favorite of all the nonograms and yes even of the Gizmos series. Challenging - I did not once make the time but you can still finish the puzzle... and so many, though I am still so sad to come to the end!

I recommend this game!

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4 / 5

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Not as good as Interstellar

PostedDecember 13, 2020

Peta52

fromUK

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

2 / 5

I love Gizmos and have them all. Sadly, this is not as good as the earlier versions. By the time the developers had got to Interstellar, you had puzzles, a choice of timer on/off, a choice of playing with the image emerging through the colour of tiles or not, and a changing background (each time you completed a puzzle). I've just played the first 20 games and whilst I am really enjoy ing this ...Show more

I love Gizmos and have them all. Sadly, this is not as good as the earlier versions. By the time the developers had got to Interstellar, you had puzzles, a choice of timer on/off, a choice of playing with the image emerging through the colour of tiles or not, and a changing background (each time you completed a puzzle). I've just played the first 20 games and whilst I am really enjoy ing this Gizmos, it is a shame that the developers have gone backwards, not forwards with what they offer us. Show less

I recommend this game!

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